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A growing dilemma for hospitals: How to assess older doctors

As the physician workforce ages, leaders take delicate steps to gauge doctors’ patient-care abilities. Key issues include how to assess and when to restrict.

May 27, 2026

Clockwise from top left: Julia and Sofia Steger; Katey and Libby Bell; Nicole and Hannah Rud; Kashmaila and Aavaisra Ali; Samantha and Allison Epstein; Christian and Palmer Casteel

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Multiples in medical school

Six sets of twins graduating in 2026 share their experiences going through medical school together.

May 20, 2026

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‘The health challenge of our time’: What academic experts want you to know about ultra-processed foods

Ultra-processed foods have been in the headlines lately. But what is it about them that’s so harmful? Academic researchers explain.

May 13, 2026

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Skin cancer is on the rise. Could climate change be to blame?

Dermatologists weigh in on the importance of proper sunscreen use and skin cancer prevention.

May 7, 2026

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Former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD, reflects on the power of our shared humanity

Vivek Murthy, MD, shares his insights on how breaking down silos and embracing commonality can build stronger, healthier communities.

Nov. 18, 2020

Former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD, recipient of the 2020 Vilcek-Gold Award for Humanism in Healthcare, speaks at Learn Serve Lead 2020.

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Ann Curry: Empathy can save lives

Veteran reporter Ann Curry urged attendees at the AAMC annual meeting to consider how deep listening and meaningful connection serve patients — and physicians.

Nov. 17, 2020

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AAMC leaders challenge academic medicine: Do more, right now, to help the nation heal

AAMC President David Skorton and Board Chair Joseph Kerschner call for medical schools, teaching hospitals to confront harms of pandemic and social injustice.

Nov. 17, 2020

Joseph Kerschner on video screen and David Skorton in studio speaking during Learn Serve Lead 2020

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AAMC renames prestigious Abraham Flexner award in light of racist and sexist writings

An award named after Abraham Flexner gets a name change in light of Flexner’s racist and sexist ideas.

Nov. 17, 2020

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Curing health care of racism: Nikole Hannah-Jones and Ibram X. Kendi, PhD, call on institutions to foster change

Nikole Hannah-Jones and Ibram X. Kendi, renowned voices in antiracism, call for institutional antiracism.

Nov. 17, 2020

Ibram X. Kendi, PhD, director of the Center for Antiracist Research at Boston University, and Nikole Hannah-Jones, investigative journalist, speak at Learn Serve Lead 2020 on November 16.

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Anthony Fauci, MD, sees a return to “a considerable degree of normality” by fall 2021

The acclaimed infectious disease doctor shared news about the vaccines in development but cautioned against abandoning public health measures.

Nov. 16, 2020

Dr. Anthony Fauci speaks on a computer screen during Learn Serve Lead 2020.

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Lessons from COVID-19 for the next pandemic: Invest in public health, earn public trust

NIH Director Collins, CDC Deputy Director Schuchat say U.S. must boost public health systems, rethink clinical trial process, raise buy-in on safe behaviors.

Nov. 16, 2020

Dr. David Skorton, Dr. Anne Schuchat, and Dr. Francis Collins speak on a video screen during Learn Serve Lead 2020.

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Diane Rehm talks about what it means to have “a good death”

Acclaimed radio host Diane Rehm told listeners at Learn Serve Lead 2020 about her mission to ensure that terminal patients get to choose how and when they die.